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Land Rover is recalling 250,857 SUVs in the United States after discovering that corrosion in a component connected to the driver’s airbag could prevent the safety system from deploying correctly during a crash. The recall affects several models spanning multiple model years, although no accidents or injuries linked to the defect had been reported when the campaign was announced.
What is the problem?
The recall covers certain 2020-2026 Land Rover Defender, 2021-2026 Discovery, and 2022-2026 Range Rover vehicles, and the issue involves the clockspring connector, an electrical component that helps maintain connections between the steering wheel and the vehicle’s electrical systems.
According to recall documents, the connector may corrode over time, which can increase resistance within the airbag circuit and potentially prevent the driver’s airbag from deploying when it is needed most. Land Rover’s engineering analysis found that the vehicle’s airbag warning light should illuminate around 300 to 400 miles before the connector reaches a condition where the airbag may fail to deploy. While this provides drivers with an opportunity to have the problem addressed, an airbag warning light should never be ignored because the system may not provide the expected protection in a collision.
What owners should do
Owners of affected Defender, Discovery and Range Rover models should pay close attention to their airbag warning light and arrange an inspection if it appears. Recall notification letters are expected to begin being mailed from August, and Land Rover dealers will apply a protective lubricant to the affected connector terminals free of charge. The manufacturer has also incorporated the same lubricant into production to prevent the issue on newer vehicles.
Owners can check their VIN through the NHTSA recall database to see whether their vehicle is included.
How Land Rover owners can take back control
A problem with a vehicle’s airbag system can understandably undermine confidence in its safety, particularly if an owner has already experienced warning lights or other electrical concerns. Even when a recall repair is available, drivers may still be left dealing with disruption, repeated dealership visits or concerns about previous problems.
If your Land Rover has developed ongoing safety or electrical defects, The Lemon Firm can help you determine whether the situation may warrant further action. Our team can review your vehicle’s history and the problems you have experienced, then explain what legal options may be available.
Contact The Lemon Firm today to speak with a case analyst about your circumstances.